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Throwback Thursday: The rest of the story

November 5, 2015 Andy Phifer, History, Houston, Throwback Thursday

Back in April of this year we featured this interesting picture and wondered what was going on. We wanted to know more about those people. Luckily,

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Don’t let shame or denial hold you back from your healthy self

November 4, 2015 Andy Phifer, Family and community medicine, Fitness, Healthcare, Healthy Lifestyle, Houston

While getting help from a doctor for your medical problem is important, there’s a step before that which is even more important – realizing, and

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Three ways to improve gut health

November 3, 2015 Cancer, Colon Cancer, Dr. Waqar Qureshi, fodmap, Gastroenterology, Healthcare, heartburn, Houston, Obesity

With incidence of heartburn and obesity increasing in the United States, gastrointestinal problems are becoming more common. Dr. Waqar Qureshi, professor of medicine – gastroenterology

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Healthy habits: Substitutions can improve your diet

November 2, 2015 Baylor Sports Medicine, Dr. Irvin Sulapas, Family and community medicine, Healthcare, Healthy Habits, Houston, Nutrition and Wellness

Taking care of your health is a priority and nobody knows that more than physicians and healthcare providers. It can sometimes be difficult to find

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Three reasons to quit smoking before reconstructive breast surgery

October 30, 2015 Ana María Rodríguez, Breast Cancer, breast reconstruction, Cancer, Healthcare, Houston, Lung, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, smoking, smoking cessation, Surgery, Women's Health

Breast reconstruction can help breast cancer survivors feel physically and emotionally complete. New treatments, as well as improved reconstructive surgery techniques, mean that women who

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Throwback Thursday: Happy Halloween!

October 29, 2015 Community, Community Outreach, Halloween, Houston, Student Life, Throwback Thursday

Being a doctor (or a med student) isn’t just about healing bodies. Sometimes, they heal spirits too. And speaking of spirits, this group of enthusiastic

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Help kids stay healthy and safe this Halloween

October 28, 2015 expert advice, Halloween, Nutrition and Wellness, Videos

Halloween is a day filled with tricks, treats and sweets. And while that’s usually a recipe for a fun time with the family, it can

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Is laser hair removal right for you?

October 27, 2015 Dermatology, Dr. Ramsey Markus, Healthcare, Houston, Julia Parsons, laser hair removal, Laser Surgery Center

Maybe you are sick of shaving or plucking, or are looking for a more permanent solution to remove body hair. Before you schedule an appointment

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Dr. John Dawson shares his tips for a healthy lifestyle

October 26, 2015 Dr. John Dawson, Healthcare, Healthy Habits, Houston, Nutrition, Nutrition and Wellness, Orthopedic surgery

Taking care of your health is a priority and nobody knows that more than physicians and healthcare providers. It can sometimes be difficult to find

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Know your breast cancer risk factors

October 23, 2015 Breast Cancer, Cancer, Dr. Emily Sedgwick, Healthcare, Houston, Lester and Sue Smith Breast Center, Women's Health

New guidelines on when women should be screened for breast cancer have been released by the American Cancer Society. Our breast imaging expert wants women